Lenovo Beacon User Manual

Machine Type: 10165/90ANBeacon User GuideProduct images in this guide are for reference only.Important: Beacon can only be placed vertically. Make sure the power button is at the top.TroubleshootingPlease check these tips to see if they can resolve your problem before contactingLenovo Service.Problem: Overscan on the TV when the Beacon is connected.Tips:• Adjust the TV display settings. These will vary by manufacturer, so please followthe instructions for your model.• After connecting Beacon to the TV, select System Administration → SystemSet → Overscan to adjust the scan rate.Problem: No response when you turn on the device.Tips:• Make sure the AC adapter is connected to the device and the power cord isplugged into a working electrical outlet.• Make sure the device power is on. (Press the power button again forconfirmation.)• If you have checked the points above and the problem still persists, pleasecontact Lenovo Service.Problem: The hard disk drive indicators are off or solid red after turning on thedevice.Tips:• Unplug the power cable and open the cover (refer to “Replacing the hard diskdrive”) and check if the HDD is securely installed. If the device still does not work,try using a different HDD or resetting to factory settings.• If you have checked the points above and the problem still persists, pleasecontact Lenovo Service.Problem: Initial setup fails.Tips:• Make sure the router is connected to the internet and is transmitting data.• Make sure the client and device are connected to the same router.• If using wireless equipment for the initial setup, make sure it is connected to therouter and then try the initial setup again.Problem: Client devices connected to the router cannot detect Beacon.Tips:• Make sure the client devices are connected to the router.• Check your firewall settings to ensure the Beacon application is not blocked.• Make sure the client device is close to Beacon.NoticesThank you for choosing this Lenovo product.Carefully read all documents shipped with your device before you install and use the product for the firsttime. Lenovo is not responsible for any loss except when caused by installation and operations performedby Lenovo professional service personnel. You are responsible if you fail to operate the product accordingto instructions and requirements in the manuals included with your device, or operate the productinappropriately.This User Guide could include technical inaccuracies or typographical errors. Changes are madeperiodically to the information herein; these changes will be incorporated in new editions of the publication.To provide better service, Lenovo reserves the right to improve and/or modify the products and softwareprograms described in the manuals included with your device, and the content of the manual, at any timewithout additional notice.The manuals included with your device are provided to help you use Lenovo’s products appropriately. 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For the latest information or anyquestions or comments, contact or visit the Lenovo:Service Web site: http://support.lenovo.comTrademarksLenovo and the Lenovo logo are trademarks of Lenovo in the United States, other countries, or both.Other company, product, or service names referred to herein or in other Lenovo publications may betrademarks or service marks of others.All rights reserved.Names or marks of certain companies mentioned in the manuals included with your device or thisdocument do not necessarily indicate that related software or hardware is included. The actualconfiguration of the product depends on the packing list description.Energy Star StatementENERGY STAR® is a joint program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Departmentof Energy aimed at saving money and protecting the environment through energy efficient products andpractices.Lenovo is proud to offer our customers products with an ENERGY STAR compliant designation. Thefollowing machine types have been designed and tested to conform to the ENERGY STAR programrequirement for devices at the time of manufacture. For more information about ENERGY STAR ratings forLenovo devices, go to http://www.lenovo.com.• 10165/90ANBy using ENERGY STAR compliant products and taking advantage of the power-management featuresof your device, you reduce the consumption of electricity. Reduced electrical consumption contributes topotential financial sayings, a cleaner environment, and the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions.For more information about ENERGY STAR, go to: http://www.energystar.gov.Lenovo encourages you to make efficient use of energy an integral part of your day-to-day operations. Tohelp in this endeavor, Lenovo has preset the following power-management features to take effect whenyour device has been inactive for a specified duration:ENERGY STAR power-management features, by operating system.LinuxPower plan: Balanced• Turn off the display: After 5 minutes• Put the device to sleep: After 30 minutes• Advanced power settings:- Turn off hard disk drives: After 10 minutes- Hibernate: no supportTo awaken your device from a Sleep or System Standby mode, press any key on your keyboard. For moreinformation about these settings, refer to your Windows Help and Support information system.© Copyright Lenovo 2014. All rights reserved.LIMITED AND RESTRICTED RIGHTS NOTICE: If data or software is delivered pursuant a General ServicesAdministration “GSA” contract, use, reproduction, or disclosure is subject to restrictions set forth in ContractNo. GS-35F-05925.TroubleshootingAppendix5. Install a new 2.5 inch hard disk drive as follows:1) Remove the top-right pin as shown.2) Line up the holes on the 2.5 inch hard disk drive with the four mounting holeson the bracket.213) Secure the 2.5 inch hard disk drive to the bracket with the four screws.4) Slide the hard disk drive and bracket back into position.5) Slide the cover back into position.Replacing the middle assembly1. Remove the two covers. Refer to “Removing the cover”.2. Remove the hard disk drive(s) and brackets. Refer to “Replacing the hard diskdrive”.3. To install the new middle assembly:1) Line up the hard disk drive(s) and brackets, then slide them into position.2) Attach the two covers to the new middle assembly.Adding a new hard disk driveFollow the steps in “Replacing the hard disk drive” to install a new hard disk drive.After doing so, a pop-up dialog box will tell you to back up your data and format thehard disk. Please follow the prompts.Caution:• Adding a new hard disk drive or changing the disk settings may result in data on theoriginal and new hard disk drive being damaged or lost. Back up the data on the originalhard disk before adding a new hard disk or changing the RAID settings. Do not assembleor disassemble the hard disk in the boot state. This will corrupt data.Android appProblem: Power LED indicator is solid red.Tips:• Press the power button to turn off Beacon, then restart it.• If the power LED is still solid red after restarting, try restoring factory settings (see“Restore factory settings”).• If you have checked the points above and the problem still persists, pleasecontact Lenovo Service.Problem: Power lost while restoring the system.Tips:• Reconnect the power cable and restore the system again.• If the device cannot be turned on, contact Lenovo Service.Problem: The client application cannot start up.Tips:• Restart the client device, reconnect to the internet and start the application again.• Uninstall the application, then download it and install it again.• Make sure that your antivirus software or system protection program is notblocking the client application.Problem: Nothing appears on the TV or monitor when Beacon is connected.Tips:• Make sure the TV or monitor is turned on.• Make sure the HDMI cable is properly connected.• Check if Beacon is turned on.Problem: Data cannot be synchronised after a client device connects to Beacon.Tips:• Make sure that all client devices and Beacon are connected to the same router.• Make sure that synchronization is turned on for the client device.• Restart Beacon.Problem: “Play to” function does not work.Tips:• Check if Beacon is connected to the TV or monitor and turned on.• Make sure the Media Library is open so the “Play to” signal can be received.• Make sure that the multimedia file is present and not corrupt.Caution:• Keep in mind that Beacon is meant for file-sharing and media playback. Any devices thatconnect to Beacon can access shared folders and files. Do not store private data in sharedfolders or files, and do not place anyone else’s private data or personal information inshared files or folders.SP40G36809Version 2.0 2014.04

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